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by silk
Mon May 02, 2016 10:41 pm
Forum: The Observation Lounge/ Cookbook Forum even Hot Topics
Topic: "What's for dinner?"
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Views: 547831

Re: "What's for dinner?"

I've put a whole chicken in the pot to slow cook with onion, ginger, garlic, Chinese five spice, a cinnamon stick, some soy and oyster sauce, and half a chili (chopped finely). That's tomorrow's meal and I'm very keen to see how it turns out! Will serve with rice. This was AMAZING. the lick-the-pla...
by silk
Sun May 01, 2016 6:02 am
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Topic: "What's for dinner?"
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Re: "What's for dinner?"

I've put a whole chicken in the pot to slow cook with onion, ginger, garlic, Chinese five spice, a cinnamon stick, some soy and oyster sauce, and half a chili (chopped finely). That's tomorrow's meal and I'm very keen to see how it turns out! Will serve with rice. Tonight is a bit more simple, steak...
by silk
Thu Apr 28, 2016 10:00 pm
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Topic: "What's for dinner?"
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Re: "What's for dinner?"

Steak, steak, steak, from 'El Sizzling Chorizo' :mrgreen:

BBQ tomorrow (I am fairly sure I'm 'crashing' my bf's friend's bbq, rather than going home for dinner - I believe he's asked to bring me but I suggested we just turn up as they're unlikely to refuse to have me stay :lol: )
by silk
Tue Apr 26, 2016 9:02 pm
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Topic: "What's for dinner?"
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Re: "What's for dinner?"

Venison something amazing last night - went out for dinner with a few people from work. Followed by a chocolate brownie ice cream sandwich with chocolate mousse on the side (I am a total sucker for mousse). Tonight: a tomato sauce with chunks of zuc, sliced onion and smashed garlic, with chunks of c...
by silk
Tue Apr 26, 2016 1:36 am
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Topic: "What's for dinner?"
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Re: "What's for dinner?"

Friday night was a cooked-from-scratch red Thai curry (with chicken). Amazing. Cooked with way more care and attention than I'd give it ;) and had a lovely kick from the sambal olek chili. Then, I missed out on 5-hour slow roasted lamb shoulder on Saturday. As it only went into the oven around 5 or ...
by silk
Thu Apr 14, 2016 6:41 am
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Topic: Curry ideas
Replies: 9
Views: 8913

Re: Curry ideas

I think they may object if I present them some rubber curries :lol: Received competition 'rules' yesterday... Three heats (scuse the pun!) of about 8 competitors in each, run on three consecutive weeks. Whoever is on site can taste and gets ONE vote. Top two from each heat go forward to the "gr...
by silk
Sun Apr 10, 2016 3:32 am
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Topic: "What's for dinner?"
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Re: "What's for dinner?"

Corn chowder with twists was delicious. Quite a nice spicy kick from the chili and very filling even though I didn't add the chicken in the end. I therefore needed to cook the chicken so made a sort of cross of green thai curry with some red chilli and extra spices, chicken and sweet potato chunks. ...
by silk
Fri Apr 08, 2016 5:40 am
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Topic: "What's for dinner?"
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Re: "What's for dinner?"

Tonight: chili and lime pizza (nom nom nom) because I forgot to take my lunch to work and had to buy it, so lunch becomes dinner :lol: Plus, I am the only one home tonight as mum and our boarder are going out to a concert (or maybe a movie?). I DID start a pot of corn chowder, with a few twists... H...
by silk
Wed Apr 06, 2016 8:03 pm
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Topic: "What's for dinner?"
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Re: "What's for dinner?"

It's cold out and I work in a ginormous portacom (which acts like a large ice box on frosty/cold days). I have a hankering for the sweetcorn chowder, which I think is also one of Rockabilly's recipes, and even made chicken stock two nights ago in preparation. Alas, tonight I am dinnering with a frie...
by silk
Mon Apr 04, 2016 8:29 am
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Topic: "What's for dinner?"
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Re: "What's for dinner?"

Tonight I whipped something up after squeezing in a ride after work... Decided I wanted rice. Put that on to cook with a little salt, a shake of chili flakes and 50/50 stock and water. While rice was cooking, I stripped the meat off the two chicken frames I'd put in the pressure cooker to make into ...
by silk
Sun Mar 27, 2016 2:51 am
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Topic: Curry ideas
Replies: 12
Views: 10106

Re: Curry ideas

silk wrote:work is having a curry competition, with goat that has been locally sourced


It's a goat curry competition. I'm not eating anyone's pet goats: they're feral, and they're being eradicated whether we cook with them, or not.
by silk
Fri Mar 25, 2016 7:36 pm
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Topic: "What's for dinner?"
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Re: "What's for dinner?"

Something called Nutty Chicken (I'm not cooking - our boarder/flatmate's daughter is visiting and so she's cooking one of the favourite dinners).
I also just put some quinces on the stove to stew, so I think I'll be having those for dessert (boarder also made chocolate brownie, but I don't eat sugar).
by silk
Fri Mar 25, 2016 6:38 pm
Forum: Veterinary, Nutrition, Grooming & Farrier Questions
Topic: Yearling feet - upright new growth, and toeing in
Replies: 2
Views: 3794

Re: Yearling feet - upright new growth, and toeing in

I would be suspicious that there are joint changes in the fronts that are causing the toeing in. I also don't like the way the horse toes out on the hinds about as much as it toes in on the fronts. The photo of all four legs from the right side of the horse shows a classic representation of right-si...
by silk
Fri Mar 25, 2016 6:34 pm
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Topic: Bank statement does not jive with checkbook
Replies: 37
Views: 21097

Re: Bank statement does not jive with checkbook

I'm 29 and I've never had my own cheque book.

The most frustrating thing about cash is we sell our free range chicken eggs and get paid in coins. I never have the right change to break notes for the buyers.
by silk
Fri Mar 25, 2016 4:33 am
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Topic: "What's for dinner?"
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Re: "What's for dinner?"

Not sure, but I have buns in the oven (the hot cross kind) :lol:
by silk
Fri Mar 25, 2016 4:18 am
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Topic: Bank statement does not jive with checkbook
Replies: 37
Views: 21097

Re: Bank statement does not jive with checkbook

Oh and here, if money goes into the wrong account (eg you make an error when doing an online transaction), there's no guarantee it can 1) be traced and 2) be returned. If the bank tracks it down, they still need the recipient's permission to remove the money from their account again. Obviously moral...
by silk
Fri Mar 25, 2016 4:16 am
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Topic: Bank statement does not jive with checkbook
Replies: 37
Views: 21097

Re: Bank statement does not jive with checkbook

NZ was the trial country for eftpos and we have embraced it to the point many people don't ever have cash on them. I know my trimming clients make special trips into town for an ATM or branch as they think I want to be paid cash (I usually tell them to stop that fairly quickly, and get them to pay m...
by silk
Fri Mar 25, 2016 12:47 am
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Topic: Curry ideas
Replies: 12
Views: 10106

Re: Curry ideas

Chisamba wrote:did you know you have two threads and there are some, ( mine is probably completely unhelpful) comments on the other thread?


That's because posting in the Food forum also creates a thread in the Obs Lounge, but they aren't linked after creation.
by silk
Thu Mar 24, 2016 9:49 pm
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Topic: Curry ideas
Replies: 12
Views: 10106

Re: Curry ideas

On the positive side, Tarlo, the goats are feral.........
by silk
Wed Mar 23, 2016 9:19 pm
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Topic: Curry ideas
Replies: 9
Views: 8913

Re: Curry ideas

I should add that each 'contestant' (currently 23 other contenders!) will receive a vacuum-packed portion of de-boned and diced goat leg, approx 2 pounds.
by silk
Wed Mar 23, 2016 7:35 pm
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Topic: Curry ideas
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Views: 8913

Curry ideas

Long story short, work is having a curry competition, with goat that has been locally sourced (the large roading construction project I am working on has a clause to remove the goats from the area they'll be building the road through). I am after a kick-ass curry idea. I am leaning away from the per...
by silk
Wed Mar 23, 2016 7:35 pm
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Topic: Curry ideas
Replies: 12
Views: 10106

Curry ideas

Long story short, work is having a curry competition, with goat that has been locally sourced (the large roading construction project I am working on has a clause to remove the goats from the area they'll be building the road through). I am after a kick-ass curry idea. I am leaning away from the per...
by silk
Sat Mar 19, 2016 8:19 pm
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Topic: "What's for dinner?"
Replies: 808
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Re: "What's for dinner?"

Dong po pork with steamed buns. I'm drooling just thinking about it (the pork needs a long, slow cook, and so I know how it tastes already ;) )
by silk
Fri Mar 18, 2016 7:08 pm
Forum: Veterinary, Nutrition, Grooming & Farrier Questions
Topic: Trying to find a non soy diet
Replies: 13
Views: 12314

Re: Trying to find a non soy diet

Here you can (with difficulty) get pellets that are a by product of processing hemp seed for oil. It is still a complete protein source (all 10 required AAs) for horses. They love it. The problem is the supply, which is intermittent due to processing. It is a better balance of Omega 3-6-9 than Flaxs...
by silk
Wed Mar 16, 2016 9:25 pm
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Topic: "What's for dinner?"
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Re: "What's for dinner?"

Now I am teaching myself how to make Carne Asada. I made it last night and it came out quite well. That sounds nice!! I need more recipes to help us deal with the glut of vegetables from the garden... green beans (3 or 4 kinds), courgettes, silverbeet (chard). It's a good thing we like vegetables, ...
by silk
Wed Mar 16, 2016 7:56 pm
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Topic: "What's for dinner?"
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Re: "What's for dinner?"

Smitten Kitchen to the rescue. I had some oranges and limes which needed using. Oh and some tequila that I will probably never drink. Tequila Lime [and Orange] Chicken: http://smittenkitchen.com/blog/2007/04/chicken-jealousy/ I only had chicken thigh cutlets (which everyone seemed to suggest tasted ...
by silk
Wed Mar 16, 2016 3:42 am
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Topic: "What's for dinner?"
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Re: "What's for dinner?"

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by silk
Fri Mar 11, 2016 1:36 am
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Topic: I've changed my mind about something important.
Replies: 54
Views: 32122

Re: I've changed my mind about something important.

Huge respect to you, Rockabilly. I have seen how strongly you were prepared to "fight" (eg, keep on doing what was necessary for the horse's wellbeing and survival). I don't mean this to sound cliche, but I honestly believe "there are worse things than death." That doesn't mean t...
by silk
Fri Mar 04, 2016 1:16 am
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Topic: "What's for dinner?"
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Re: "What's for dinner?"

Slow-cooked beef cheek and oxtail stew (with beer - it turned into deliciously dark and tasty gravy), to be served with risotto I believe, and no doubt zucs and beans from the garden.
by silk
Wed Mar 02, 2016 8:37 pm
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Topic: Advice About Critter-Proof Grain Storage?
Replies: 35
Views: 20461

Re: Advice About Critter-Proof Grain Storage?

I use a large defunct chest freezer (700L). I can easily store 10 bags of feed in there with room for supps and other things that need to be kept away from rodents. I put the feed bags into the freezer, stacked like vertical sardines ( :lol: ). Note: No risk of children, and they'd have to be able t...
by silk
Sun Feb 28, 2016 11:32 pm
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Topic: I have changed my name
Replies: 84
Views: 44643

Re: I have changed my name

bascar wrote:No, really. Thank you all for your kindness but I have insurance. Please buy your ponies some carrots and feed them in my name!


You just don't want the DDBB to gift you a microwave.

:twisted:


(seriously - let us know if there is anything we can do. apart from send microwaves).
by silk
Sun Feb 28, 2016 7:21 pm
Forum: Tack, Apparel, Facilities and Transportation
Topic: Ideal (Manufacturer) Saddles?
Replies: 4
Views: 6131

Re: Ideal (Manufacturer) Saddles?

From what I have seen, they are not quite Albion quality, but heading that direction (eg not crappy quality). Here, they were initially rebranded NSC (National Saddle Centre) and given different model names, and now I believe the NSC models are actually different from the Ideal ones. Beyond that, th...
by silk
Sun Feb 28, 2016 12:29 am
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Topic: I have changed my name
Replies: 84
Views: 44643

Re: I have changed my name

I'm too far to provide practical assistance, but I send you as many hugs as you need.

I too am so, so sorry.
by silk
Thu Feb 25, 2016 5:08 am
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Topic: Unusual Ear Piercings
Replies: 5
Views: 4916

Re: Unusual Ear Piercings

I don't know the names of the piercings but I had one done in my upper ear (acupressure point for allergies) - it took a LONG time to heal. Like, 18 months. I looked after it diligently because it helped with my allergies so much. It's fine now, but it still gives me grief if I sleep on it (should g...
by silk
Thu Feb 25, 2016 5:07 am
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Topic: "What's for dinner?"
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Re: "What's for dinner?"

I missed your post. Ended up making zucchini fritters, then flattened out the chicken breast, seasoned with salt/pepper/chili flakes and fried it off. Nice and easy.
by silk
Tue Feb 23, 2016 11:12 pm
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Topic: "What's for dinner?"
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Re: "What's for dinner?"

Last night, mix of leftovers as sides (mixed garden veges, mashed potatoes that *I* grew :mrgreen: , some lentil dish that I didn't try), served with lamb chops that had been marinated with lots of garlic, rosemary, salt, pepper and a sprinkle of chili flakes. Any suggestions for chicken? I have a c...
by silk
Tue Feb 16, 2016 7:26 pm
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Topic: Cat medication question
Replies: 19
Views: 14962

Re: Cat medication question

My experience is that even if you luck out and manage it once, the cat will see you coming a mile away and won't even let you catch it the following day.

Try a microwave.
by silk
Sun Feb 14, 2016 9:04 pm
Forum: Veterinary, Nutrition, Grooming & Farrier Questions
Topic: Trimmers - loop knives?
Replies: 1
Views: 2695

Trimmers - loop knives?

I have unfortunately lost my favourite loop knife and need to replace it. It was a VS from Dusky Forge in Aust... Small, narrow loop, perfect for collateral grooves and 'fine' trimming. Hand-forged, beautiful wooden handle that was lovely to hold. 1) my local suppliers don't have the knives in stock...
by silk
Sun Feb 14, 2016 6:53 am
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Topic: "What's for dinner?"
Replies: 808
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Re: "What's for dinner?"

Tomato and basil soup, made with chicken stock & a few yellow courgettes, seasoned with salt, pepper, chilli flakes and garlic.
by silk
Wed Feb 10, 2016 9:37 pm
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Topic: "What's for dinner?"
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Re: "What's for dinner?"

bascar wrote:(Silk will not be able to replicate any of this as none of it can be cooked in a microwave)


Oh, but we have an oven. And as mum reminded me this morning, an electric frying pan. That comes from the 70s.

It's just too damn hot to use the oven.

New stove top being installed tonight, yayyyy.
by silk
Wed Feb 10, 2016 1:56 am
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Topic: "What's for dinner?"
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Re: "What's for dinner?"

Our stove blew up this weekend. We still have an oven, and a microwave (... *thud*... that's Bascar falling to the floor in fright), but it's like a billion degrees and 101% humidity most days. Way too hot to have the oven going. Hopefully the stove gets fixed tonight/soon. For now, leftovers, and a...
by silk
Thu Feb 04, 2016 3:44 am
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Topic: Will a 22 rifle humanely kill a horse?
Replies: 21
Views: 18444

Re: Will a 22 rifle humanely kill a horse?

I believe that it will. We had a horse put down and I think the gun used was a 22.
by silk
Wed Jan 27, 2016 7:13 pm
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Topic: "What's for dinner?"
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Re: "What's for dinner?"

Last night I ate pasta, with a dollop of pesto and dash of cream (to make it a bit saucy), with chicken, courgette, beans, and chili. Really really yummy. Tonight I have more chicken to do "something" with. Plenty of garden vegetables (courgettes and beans), which I've been enjoying while ...
by silk
Sun Jan 24, 2016 2:21 am
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Topic: Would you buy a trailer without a dressing room?
Replies: 41
Views: 25211

Re: Would you buy a trailer without a dressing room?

Oh yeah, the weight. My first trailer was 800kg empty (1765 lb). My next one was 1250kg (2755 lb). Like an extra horse inside, but no horses loaded!!
by silk
Sat Jan 23, 2016 6:51 am
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Topic: "What's for dinner?"
Replies: 808
Views: 547831

Re: "What's for dinner?"

Pork slices (well, slice, there's only me), marinated with salt, pepper, paprika and chilli flakes. With a courgette, sliced and seasoned with salt and pepper. Fry off both in 50/50 olive oil and butter, then remembered to throw in some green beans, and a dollop of pesto, and some butter on top once...
by silk
Sat Jan 23, 2016 12:23 am
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Topic: Would you buy a trailer without a dressing room?
Replies: 41
Views: 25211

Re: Would you buy a trailer without a dressing room?

I have had one 2h bumper pull, and a 2h slant bumper pull with separate space up the front (I suppose you would call it a dressing room). I later converted the latter to a 2h straight and took out the wall between the original horse space and person space. The trailer is much more inviting and open ...
by silk
Thu Jan 21, 2016 6:34 am
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Topic: Meat carving etiquette
Replies: 8
Views: 8292

Re: Meat carving etiquette

what about cooking the breasts whole, then slicing in half to serve, but allowing them to choose whether they want a half or a whole? If you prepare enough for them to each have a whole breast, and they only have a half, then you have leftovers for the next night's dinner.
by silk
Sat Jan 16, 2016 6:00 pm
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Topic: "What's for dinner?"
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Re: "What's for dinner?"

Last night... homekill steak grown on the farm where I am housesitting, plus a veritable haul of veges from their garden, and mine: cavolo nero, butter beans, yellow cherry tomatoes, basil, zuc (plus capsicum and pasta, which came from the store). Delish, having the same again tonight!
by silk
Thu Jan 14, 2016 8:24 pm
Forum: Tack, Apparel, Facilities and Transportation
Topic: Girths for sensitive skin TB
Replies: 15
Views: 14726

Re: Girths for sensitive skin TB

String girth... The only other girth I used to have success with was one of those Cottage Craft, plain padded girths. The shaped/curved, Mattes, luxurious sheepskin number - rubbed raw patches with one short ride. No issues with her string girth! I had to import them as so difficult to find here (NZ...
by silk
Thu Jan 14, 2016 1:06 am
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Topic: Home Buying
Replies: 46
Views: 25762

Re: Home Buying

You can only fix for a certain amount of time. You can arrange to have a set amount on fixed, and a set amount on floating. But the interest rates do change over time so when you have to renew your arrangements you are at the mercy of the "market" to some extent. Things are of course diff...

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